8 local acronyms only SG desk warriors would know
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We are proudly fond of abbreviating everything from the titles of our government organizations to the names of our highways, so it's no surprise that time-starved Singaporeans use peculiar acronyms at work, too. Here are a few of our favorites:
1. CSI
What is it: Crime Scene Investigation
What it really means: Putting your cyber sleuthing skills to use, typically for digging up salacious dirt on fellow colleagues to dispense by the watercooler.
2. D&D
What is it: Dinner & Dance
What it really means: An annual company event/mixer, also known as the prom night of the corporate world where you either go big, or go home.
3. FYNA
What is it: For your necessary action
What it really means: A classic tai-chi move, usually executed by bad bosses or colleagues delegating/dumping their own work responsibilities on hapless minions.
4. KIV
What is it: Keep in view
What it really means: Typically applies to an unpopular idea suggested during meetings that's tactfully put on the back burner by your bosses or colleagues.
5. IC
What is it: In-charge
What is really means: The hierarchical order at work. Also refers to a superior who can make or break your day.
6. NATO
What is it: No action, talk only
What it really means: This straight-forward local abbreviation applies to clients/co-workers/bosses who talk the talk, but can't walk the walk.
7. TBA/TBC
What is it: To be advised/To be confirmed
What it really means: Three options—I can't deal with this right now, please check back, never; or I really am not sure about this.
8. TQ
What is it: Thank you
What it really means: You've been such a great help, really.
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Also LOBO and 18.